Bursa,Turkey

• Ulu Cami (Grand Mosque) - 14th-century Seljuk/Ottoman landmark with impressive calligraphic panels and 20 domes
• Yeşil Mosque & Yeşil Türbe (Green Mosque & Tomb) - notable for turquoise tiles and early Ottoman architecture
• Koza Han (Silk Bazaar) - historic caravanserai at the heart of Bursa's silk trade
• Cumalıkızık - well-preserved Ottoman village (UNESCO World Heritage component)
• Uludağ National Park & Ski Resort - winter sports and summer hiking
• Bursa Teleferik (cable car) - scenic link to Uludağ with panoramic views
• Çekirge & thermal baths - historic thermal spas with modern facilities
• Tophane & Atatürk Viewpoint - panorama over the city and historic clock tower

• Early Ottoman architecture and tomb complexes (Muradiye, Emir Sultan)
• Longstanding silk trade tradition centered on Koza Han
• Thermal springs and spa culture (Cekirge, Oylat)
• Uludağ's biodiversity, alpine meadows and reliable snow for skiing
• Local culinary specialty: İskender kebap and candied chestnuts (kestane şekeri)

• Explore historic mosques, tombs and bazaars on a walking tour of the city
• Ride the cable car and hike or ski on Uludağ
• Relax in thermal baths and try a Turkish hammam treatment
• Taste local cuisine — especially İskender kebap and street snacks
• Shop for silk, textiles and sweets at Koza Han and the bazaars
• Day-trip to Cumalıkızık village to see traditional Ottoman rural life
• Take a scenic ferry crossing from Istanbul to Mudanya and explore the seaside

• Bursa International Festival (performing arts, typically late spring/early summer)
• Local Chestnut Festivals (Kestane Şenlikleri) and seasonal markets in autumn
• Traditional performances and events celebrating Karagöz & Hacivat shadow-play
• Winter ski events and competitions on Uludağ during the season (Dec–Mar)

Spring (Apr–Jun) and Autumn (Sep–Oct) for mild weather and fewer crowds; Winter (Dec–Feb) for skiing on Uludağ; Summer can be hot in the city but good for day trips and higher-elevation hikes.

Temperate climate in the city with hot summers (July avg ~25–30°C) and cold, wet winters with snow on Uludağ (winter temperatures often 0°C or below on the mountain). Spring and autumn are mild (10–20°C).

Bursa is reachable from Istanbul by road (approx 2–3 hours), high-speed ferry to Mudanya plus short road transfer, and intercity bus services. Nearest major airports: Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) — both 1.5–3 hours away by road/ferry; Bursa Yenişehir Airport handles limited domestic flights. The city has trams, buses and a cable car (teleferik) to Uludağ; central historic areas involve cobbled streets and steps—expect uneven surfaces.

2–4 days to see the city highlights; 3–5 days if including a full-day trip or overnight on Uludağ for skiing.

Comfortable walking shoes for cobbles and hills, layered clothing for changing conditions (especially if visiting Uludağ), warm clothing for winter and swimwear for thermal baths. Modest clothing when visiting mosques (shoulders and knees covered; women may need a headscarf).

Must-try foods: İskender kebap (Bursa specialty), candied chestnuts (kestane şekeri), Turkish breakfast mezze and local desserts. Souvenirs: silk scarves and textiles, handwoven goods, local sweets (kestane şekeri), and small ceramics.